MyRide.com Lists Top Green Vehicles Celebrities Want Most

IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--This Earth Day Celebrity Car Parade, the celebrity rides section of MyRide.com, the new online consumer resource dedicated to everything automotive, reports that Hollywood’s biggest names are clamoring to get their hands on the next generation of alternative powered vehicles soon to hit the market. From the hydrogen powered BMW 7 series to the ultra-exclusive Tesla electric sports car, green continues to take on a new image and the wait list starts with the likes of George Clooney and Arnold Schwarzenegger.

“These cars are a natural fit for the celebrity lifestyle offering speed, elegance and the latest technology in addition to Hollywood’s favorite option, exclusive availability.”

“In the past few years we’ve seen green become the new black in Hollywood, and the next generation of green vehicles redefine conservation with a whole new level of style and fun,” says Celebrity Car Parade spokesperson Elliot Darvick. “These cars are a natural fit for the celebrity lifestyle offering speed, elegance and the latest technology in addition to Hollywood’s favorite option, exclusive availability.”

Here are some of the latest celebrity green must-haves:

Tesla Roadster – This all-electric sports car boasts a $98,000 price tag and an unofficial waiting list buzzing with names like George Clooney, Jay Leno, Matt Damon, Flea, Anthony Kiedis, Will.i.Am, Brad Pitt, and Arnold Schwarzenegger.

BMW Hydrogen 7 – This extremely rare modified version of the 7 Series sedan runs on hydrogen, an alternative fuel. Driving one is an invite-only experience, and Will Ferrell, Jay Leno, Jeremy Piven, Cameron Diaz and Edward Norton have all been granted time behind the wheel.

Smart FourTwo – Every artist who performed at last summer’s Live Earth concert was offered a Smart, and one practically needs to be a VIP to get ahead on the thousands-deep wait list for the first micro-car to hit the US. From the 5’5” Miley Cyrus to 6’11” ex-NBA player John Salley, the Smart is making quite an impression on celebrities.

Cadillac Escalade Hybrid – With rumors of low production numbers, it’s inevitable that most of these big-boy hybrids will end up in the hands of VIP’s. Celebrities love these mega status symbols and this next generation hybrid allows them to have their cake and eat it too. Super Bowl winner Eli Manning will take delivery of the first Escalade Hybrid in July. Who’s next? Travis Barker? Lindsay Lohan? Let the wait list begin!

Tango – This $106,000 high performance eco-friendly vehicle about the size of motorcycle is one of George Clooney’s favorite rides. While it has been a rarity on the market until recently, production is ramping up and we predict more will be spotted in celebrity hands soon.

For more of the latest celebrity vehicles news please visit MyRide.com’s Earth Day Celebrity Car Parade Spotlight. In addition to these super green rides soon to hit the market, MyRide.com’s automotive experts look ahead to the future of alternative vehicles. Here is a snap shot of future – and futuristic – green vehicles:

Chevrolet Volt

Mercedes-Benz S400 Bluetec Hybrid

Porsche Cayenne Hybrid

Honda FCX Clarity

Mitsubishi “i”Miev Electric Car

What is more important to consumers … fuel efficiency or the environment? To take the MyRide.com green snap poll, click here (http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=1SgLI4pYuM7AvncJXbWZiA_3d_3d).

For more information on these green vehicles, the environment vs. fuel efficiency poll or to speak with a MyRide.com automotive expert, please contact Stephanie Rice, Ruder Finn, 310-882-4008 (rices@ruderfinn.com)

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Since launching the first car-buying website in 1995, Autobytel Inc.’s mission has been to empower automotive consumers with the tools and information they need to make smart, well-informed vehicle purchasing and ownership decisions. The company has helped millions of car shoppers and generated billions of dollars in car sales for dealers. Today, the company’s innovative, consumer-driven flagship site, MyRide.com, expands the company’s mission across the automotive purchase and ownership life cycle. As the first vertical search experience for the automotive marketplace, MyRide.com is designed to help Internet-savvy consumers FIND, SEE, BUY and LEARN anything automotive and BELONG to a diverse community of people who have similar automotive interests.

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